Wildlife Zoo Near Me

Jump to WCS's Run for the Wild - In April 2008, the zoo hosted the first Run for the Wild event. Ending by the Rockefeller Fountain near Astor Court.

Drive-Thru Park InformationFrom the comfort of your own vehicle, you can travel through our 3.5-mile drive experiencing hundreds of animals. Get up close and personal like no other animal adventure.

Many animals will come right up to your vehicle for a greeting. Come face-to-face with a camel, a watusi, a zebra or hand feed an American bison. You'll see elk, water buffalo, giraffes and more running free.

We have 75 species of animals and over 550 of them on 500 acres! Families often say how big of a blast they have, how much they ooh-and-aah, and just break out in laughter.This is truly a fun family experience for all ages from child to grandma and grandpa. They love it! ' 'Our family did multiple things in the atlanta area this week. A short drive to the country to pine mountain is well worth it!! We have children ranging from 21 mo's,9, 13 & 17 years old & they all were laughing & screaming the entire trip.'

- Steven W.Sorry, we cannot allow pets in the park. If you are traveling we can make arrangements for having them kept while you are on safari.No open doors, open tops or people in the rear of trucks allowed in Park. No open top jeeps or motorcycles allowed in Park.At the Wild Animal Safari, your SAFETY is very important! Suburbia board game.

Please read all the Rules and Regulations of the park and watch the short safety video about the park BEFORE beginning your safari.During your ride through the park, we recommend to not hand feed the animals. Instead, you should toss the animal feed out onto the ground.

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  “I've been going here my whole life. It is a great escape to feel like you're not in Queens. Great place for all age groups. ”

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  “The zoo is not too big but it is just right for an afternoon stroll with the kids and kids at heart. Must-see when you find yourself in New York.”

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  “We always have lots of fun feeding the animals at the petting zoo. We also enjoy the beautiful aviary dome which you should definitely visit! ”

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